Applying Project Management in the Workplace

A pragmatic guide to applying the tools and techniques of Project Management to common workplace activities. Specifically developed for those who complete projects in business and other organizations, often without the benefit of managerial authority. Contains complete descriptions of planning processes and implementation techniques. Also includes 21 project planning and management checklists; 11 project planning and management forms; and, 14 problem-solving tools. AUTHOR COMMENTS: This book is the result of many years of research into the available information on project management and experimentation with the various concepts, tools and techniques I've found. This book is the culmination of a search for tools and techniques that work in the internal business environment. In the years I have been a project manager and have taught project management, both in the university and community college arenas and in numerous public and private sector organizations, one thing has become glaringly obvious: Employees working on projects inside organizations need simple, portable, flexible tools to plan and manage their projects in order to succeed.

The concepts, tools and techniques in this book are aimed at addressing the particular needs of employees working on projects developed by, or assigned to them as part of their work. I have tried to include more tools than any one project manager would ordinarily need with the intention that the reader try several options and choose and adapt those that work best in their individual circumstances.

Jeff Crow is president of Crow Development Corporation. Headquartered in Portland, Oregon, Crow Development serves clients world wide.

Jeff is the developer of this innovative project management methodology. He has over twenty years experience in business and organizational development and training. He and his associates provide consulting and customized training in project management, process improvement, organizational effectiveness, strategic planning, operational planning, and team development. His clients range from small, family-owned enterprises to multi-national corporations, government, and non-profit organizations.

In addition to his consulting practice, Jeff teaches a number of courses, seminars, and workshops for Portland-area colleges and universities. He is the faculty advisor and an instructor for the Project Management Certificate Program at Portland State University's Professional Development Center.